Vegan Queso Fundido with Chips
Let’s get one thing straight—this vegan queso fundido doesn’t come to play, it comes to slay your snack table.
It’s creamy, spicy, a little smoky, and won’t clog your arteries or your chakras. So basically, it’s a self-care snack.
Forget the dairy diva meltdown. This plant-based queen melts like a dream and serves attitude with every dip.
Scoop it with chips, pour it on everything, or eat it straight from the pan like the bold goddess you are.
It’s cheesy comfort without the cow chaos—and we’re living for it.
Vegan Queso Fundido with Chips
A luscious, creamy, dairy-free queso loaded with bold flavor, melted goodness, and served with crispy tortilla chips for peak snacking satisfaction.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked 2 hours or boiled 10 minutes
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/3 cup canned green chiles
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro for garnish optional
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Blend cashews, water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and spices until completely smooth and creamy.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onions until soft and golden—about 5 minutes.
- Add green chiles and jalapeños, stir for 1 minute to release their sass.
- Pour in the cashew blend and stir constantly.
- Let it simmer and thicken for about 7–8 minutes.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed—channel your inner chef.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with cilantro if you’re feeling fancy.
- Serve hot with chips, and try not to eat the whole thing in one sitting.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 225
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 9%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Vitamin B6: 6%
- Folate: 7%
- Vitamin K: 8%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Stir in chipotle paste for smoky heat if you’re feeling feisty.
- Use fire-roasted green chiles for deeper flavor.
- Add a splash of plant milk if it gets too thick.
- For next-level vibes, bake it in a skillet and top with vegan chorizo.
- Serve with fresh salsa or guac if you’re extra—because we are.
